Atlas of Response to Immunotherapy

This atlas provides a comprehensive guide to the diverse patterns of response to immunotherapy observed on Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography (PET/CT) and other conventional imaging modalities. It aims to fill the gap between the growing clinical relevance and utilization of immunotherapy and the need for experienced imagers with reliable tools to assess response to treatment. The atlas includes disease-oriented chapters, comparison of functional and morphological patterns, and a dedicated chapter on immune-related adverse events. It is of high value for radiologists and nuclear medicine specialists at all levels of experience.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 127 pages
Publication date: 08 December 2020
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive atlas provides a detailed guide to the diverse patterns of response to immunotherapy observed on Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography (PET/CT) and other conventional imaging modalities, including CT and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). The primary aim of this publication is to bridge the gap between the increasing clinical relevance and utilization of immunotherapy, particularly checkpoint inhibitors, in medical oncology and the need for experienced imagers with reliable tools to assess treatment response.

The atlas is organized into a series of disease-oriented chapters, each presenting the imaging findings during immunotherapy in various oncological settings. Helpful comparisons of functional (PET/CT) and morphological (CT/MRI) patterns of response in individual cases are provided to aid in interpretation.

To complement the main content, a dedicated chapter is devoted to discussing major pitfalls and immune-related adverse events (irAEs) that can affect image interpretation during immunotherapy. This chapter aims to assist radiologists and nuclear medicine specialists in navigating these challenges and ensuring accurate diagnosis and management.

In the concluding chapter, the atlas examines the available data and potential developments in immuno-PET, which is considered the novel frontier of research in this oncological scenario. The chapter highlights the emerging role of immuno-PET in monitoring treatment response, predicting disease progression, and identifying immune-related biomarkers.

Designed for radiologists and nuclear medicine specialists at all levels of experience, this atlas offers a valuable resource for understanding the imaging aspects of immunotherapy and its impact on patient care. It provides a comprehensive overview of the current state-of-the-art knowledge and techniques in this field, enabling practitioners to stay updated with the latest advancements and best practices.

Weight: 406g
Dimension: 278 x 209 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030311155
Edition number: 1st ed. 2020